Good balance, strength, and a sturdy gait keep us mobile and independent as we age. How long you can balance on one leg could reflect your health, according to a new study. There are other quick, ...

ST. LOUIS — A new test could help families uncover the genetic secrets behind some of the most devastating cancers — and it’s being offered right here in St. Louis. Mercy’s Center for Precision ...

Do you ever wonder about your brain health? Especially as we start to get older, it can be very easy to start questioning if our brains are in top working order — those moments we all have of ...

Cardiologist Dr. Puneet Verma shared a simple 3-minute "step test" to assess cardiovascular fitness. Participants step up and down on a 12-inch platform for three minutes, completing 72 steps.

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